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League of Women Voters and NAACP urge Manatee board to keep proclamations; board agrees to revise policy language
Summary
Public commentators and several board members debated proposed restrictions on board proclamations; the board directed staff and counsel to draft alternate language and pull the item from the March voting agenda.
Members of the League of Women Voters and the NAACP told the School Board of Manatee County on Feb. 14 they support the continued use of board proclamations to recognize educational programs and community observances and urged the board not to require unanimity for passage. Marilyn (Mary Lynn) Parker of the League and Dr. Barbara Aaron, chair of the NAACP education committee, said proclamations help educate the public and recognize local school achievements.
At the workshop several board members voiced differing views. Board member Miss Felton argued proclamations promote curriculum‑related topics such as Holocaust…
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